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OWC Express 1M2 USB4 (40Gb/s) Bus-Powered Portable NVMe M.2 SSD External Storage Enclosure

SKU: OWCUS4EXP1M2

The Ultimate Creation Tool

Give yourself the ultimate in creative power by building the portable drive of your dreams or choosing an advanced technology OWC Aura SSD powered OWC Express 1M2. Whether repurposing a drive, starting with a new drive, or wanting the convenience of a ready-to-run solution, you will infuse your workflow with the highest performance and reliability with an Express 1M2.

Ultra-Fast

Up to 3151MB/s real-world performance

Ultra-Compatible

Use with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C computers and devices

Ultra-Reliable

Aircraft grade aluminum offers rugged protection of your SSD while silently keeping drive cool for consistent top speed

Powerful Choices

Build your own drive or select OWC Aura SSD powered solution

Flexible DIY

Use your choice of NVMe M.2 2230, 2242, or 2280 SSD

Portable

Bus-powered and palm-sized for convenient use anywhere

Complete

Includes USB-C (40Gb/s) cable and screwdriver for assembly

As Fast as Your Computer or Device

The Express 1M2 is the fastest single portable SSD we offer and was purposefully built to maximize the performance capabilities of today and tomorrow's USB4 equipped Macs and PCs. Experience up to an astonishing 3151MB/s speed when you use the Express 1M2 with most Macs and PCs you own from 2020 and newer. You can also enjoy highly effective performance (yep...you can edit 4K video no problem) and flexible compatibility with millions of yesterday's Thunderbolt and USB-C machines and devices

Don't Get Fooled

Because we're widely considered the Thunderbolt experts and work very closely with Intel, we know all the little details that others overlook. While specific OWC solutions are certified for full speed on Thunderbolt, we (and everyone else) are limited to half that speed with DIY enclosures. USB4 unleashes the Express 1M2 performance capabilities so you can build the drive of your dreams. Unlike budget brand pretenders that do not follow Intel specifications - and will leave you feeling fooled and disappointed in far lower speeds - the Express 1M2's USB4 connectivity assures you of the maximum speed and reliability you count on and expect from every OWC solution.

The Power of DIY

Build your Express 1M2 with a brand-new drive. Retask an existing drive replaced during an upgrade. Or make it simple by choosing a pre-built proven OWC reliable solution. Whatever your decision, Express 1M2 gives you the power to make it happen.

Use Today's and Tomorrow's Drives

Designed to support any NVMe M.2 2230, 2242, or 2280 SSD, the Express 1M2 gives you the freedom of flexibility to use any drive today - including OWC Aura SSDs up to 8.0TB capacity - as well as being ready for tomorrow's 16TB and future capacities without limit.

Built to Handle Demanding Needs

You'll never have to worry about thermal throttling because form meets function with the Express 1M2. Its solid aluminum heat sink design ensures proper heat dissipation so you can depend on consistent maximum performance. Unlike a snap together toolless enclosure, Express 1M2 screws together to securely protect your drive inside its rugged enclosure. And when you need to share the Express 1M2, it can work cross-platform with Macs and PCs using OWC MacDrive software (available separately) for peace between the platforms.

More from the Manufacturer

  • Ultra-fast:up to 3151MB/s real-world performance
  • Ultra-compatible: use with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C computers and devices
  • Ultra-reliable: aircraft grade aluminum offers rugged protection of your SSD while silently keeping drive cool for consistent top speed
  • Powerful choices: Build your own drive or select OWC Aura SSD powered solution
  • DIY easy: use your choice of NVMe M.2 2230, 2242, or 2280 SSD
  • Portable: bus-powered and palm-sized for convenient use anywhere
  • Complete: includes USB-C (40Gb/s) cable and screwdriver for assembly
  • 2 Year OWC Limited Warranty

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The Ultimate Creation Tool

Give yourself the ultimate in creative power by building the portable drive of your dreams or choosing an advanced technology OWC Aura SSD powered OWC Express 1M2. Whether repurposing a drive, starting with a new drive, or wanting the convenience of a ready-to-run solution, you will infuse your workflow with the highest performance and reliability with an Express 1M2.

Ultra-Fast

Up to 3151MB/s real-world performance

Ultra-Compatible

Use with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C computers and devices

Ultra-Reliable

Aircraft grade aluminum offers rugged protection of your SSD while silently keeping drive cool for consistent top speed

Powerful Choices

Build your own drive or select OWC Aura SSD powered solution

Flexible DIY

Use your choice of NVMe M.2 2230, 2242, or 2280 SSD

Portable

Bus-powered and palm-sized for convenient use anywhere

Complete

Includes USB-C (40Gb/s) cable and screwdriver for assembly

As Fast as Your Computer or Device

The Express 1M2 is the fastest single portable SSD we offer and was purposefully built to maximize the performance capabilities of today and tomorrow's USB4 equipped Macs and PCs. Experience up to an astonishing 3151MB/s speed when you use the Express 1M2 with most Macs and PCs you own from 2020 and newer. You can also enjoy highly effective performance (yep...you can edit 4K video no problem) and flexible compatibility with millions of yesterday's Thunderbolt and USB-C machines and devices

Don't Get Fooled

Because we're widely considered the Thunderbolt experts and work very closely with Intel, we know all the little details that others overlook. While specific OWC solutions are certified for full speed on Thunderbolt, we (and everyone else) are limited to half that speed with DIY enclosures. USB4 unleashes the Express 1M2 performance capabilities so you can build the drive of your dreams. Unlike budget brand pretenders that do not follow Intel specifications - and will leave you feeling fooled and disappointed in far lower speeds - the Express 1M2's USB4 connectivity assures you of the maximum speed and reliability you count on and expect from every OWC solution.

The Power of DIY

Build your Express 1M2 with a brand-new drive. Retask an existing drive replaced during an upgrade. Or make it simple by choosing a pre-built proven OWC reliable solution. Whatever your decision, Express 1M2 gives you the power to make it happen.

Use Today's and Tomorrow's Drives

Designed to support any NVMe M.2 2230, 2242, or 2280 SSD, the Express 1M2 gives you the freedom of flexibility to use any drive today - including OWC Aura SSDs up to 8.0TB capacity - as well as being ready for tomorrow's 16TB and future capacities without limit.

Built to Handle Demanding Needs

You'll never have to worry about thermal throttling because form meets function with the Express 1M2. Its solid aluminum heat sink design ensures proper heat dissipation so you can depend on consistent maximum performance. Unlike a snap together toolless enclosure, Express 1M2 screws together to securely protect your drive inside its rugged enclosure. And when you need to share the Express 1M2, it can work cross-platform with Macs and PCs using OWC MacDrive software (available separately) for peace between the platforms.

More from the Manufacturer

  • Ultra-fast:up to 3151MB/s real-world performance
  • Ultra-compatible: use with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C computers and devices
  • Ultra-reliable: aircraft grade aluminum offers rugged protection of your SSD while silently keeping drive cool for consistent top speed
  • Powerful choices: Build your own drive or select OWC Aura SSD powered solution
  • DIY easy: use your choice of NVMe M.2 2230, 2242, or 2280 SSD
  • Portable: bus-powered and palm-sized for convenient use anywhere
  • Complete: includes USB-C (40Gb/s) cable and screwdriver for assembly
  • 2 Year OWC Limited Warranty
Specifications
Additional Warranty Information:

2 Year OWC Limited Warranty

Color Family:
Silver
Compatibility:
  • MacBook Pro (16-inch, Late 2023)
  • MacBook Pro (14-inch, Late 2023)
  • MacBook Pro (16-inch, Late 2023)
  • MacBook Pro (14-inch, Early 2023)
  • MacBook Pro (16-inch, Early 2023)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2022)
  • MacBook Pro (14-inch, Late 2021)
  • MacBook Pro (16-inch, Late 2021)
  • MacBook Pro (Touch, 13-inch, Late 2020)
  • MacBook Pro (Touch, 13-inch, Mid 2020)
  • MacBook Pro (Touch, 16-inch, Mid 2019)
  • MacBook Pro (Touch, 13-inch, Mid 2019)
  • MacBook Pro (Touch, 15-inch, Mid 2019)
  • MacBook Pro (Touch, 15-inch, Late 2018)
  • MacBook Pro (Touch, 13-inch, Mid 2018)
  • MacBook Pro (Touch, 15-inch, Mid 2018)
  • MacBook Pro (Touch, 15-inch, Mid 2017)
  • MacBook Pro (Touch, 13-inch, Mid 2017)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Mid 2017)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, Touch Bar, 15-inch, Late 2016)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, Touch Bar, 13-inch, Late 2016)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2016)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2015)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2015)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2014)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Mid 2014)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Late 2013)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2013)
  • MacBook Air (15-inch, Early 2024)
  • MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2024)
  • MacBook Air (15-inch, Mid 2023)
  • MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2022)
  • MacBook Air (13-inch, Late 2020)
  • MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2020)
  • MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2019)
  • MacBook Air (13-inch, Late 2018)
  • MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2017)
  • MacBook Air (13-inch, Mid 2017)
  • MacBook Air (11-inch, Early 2015)
  • iMac (Retina 4.5K, 24-inch, Late 2023)
  • iMac (Retina 4.5K, 24-inch, Mid 2021)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Mid 2020)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Mid 2020)
  • iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, Early 2019)
  • iMac Pro (27-inch, Late 2017)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Mid 2017)
  • iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, Mid 2017)
  • iMac (21.5-inch, Mid 2017)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2015)
  • iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2015)
  • iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, Late 2015)
  • iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2015)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Mid 2015)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2014)
  • Mac Pro (Mid 2023)
  • Mac Pro Rack (Mid 2023)
  • Mac Pro (Late 2019)
  • Mac Pro Rack (Late 2019)
  • Mac Pro (Late 2013)
  • Mac Studio (Mid 2023)
  • Mac Studio (Early 2022)
  • Mac mini (Early 2023)
  • Mac mini (Late 2020)
  • Mac mini (Late 2018)
  • Mac mini (Late 2014)
  • Mac mini (Late 2014)
  • PC Compatible


Country of Origin:
Taiwan
Drive Interface:
PCI Express NVMe
Environmentally Friendly:
Yes
Environmental Compliance:
Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)
Host Interface:
USB4
Limited Warranty:
2 Year
Manufacturer:
Other World Computing
Manufacturer Website Address:
https://www.owc.com/
Maximum Data Transfer Rate:
40 Gbit/s
Number of Solid State Drive Installed:
0
Number of Solid State Drive Supported:
1
Number of USB Ports:
1
Operating System Supported:
Windows 10,Windows 10 x64,Windows 11,Windows Server 2016,Android,Android 13.x,ChromeOS,ChromeOS 102,Linux,Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra,Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave,Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina,Mac OS X 11.x Big Sur,Mac OS X 12.x Monterey,Mac OS X 13.x Ventura,Mac OS X 14.x Sonoma,macOS Sequoia 15.x,iPadOS 13,iPadOS 14,iPadOS 15,iPadOS 16,iPadOS 17,iPadOS 18
Packaged Quantity:
1
Package Contents:
  • Express 1M2 Drive Enclosure
  • 1 x 0.3M (12") USB-C (40Gb/s) Cable
  • 1 x Phillips PH1 Screwdriver
  • 1 x Getting Started QR Insert Card
  • 1 x Support Manual for OWC Express 1M2
Product Color:
Silver
Product Line:
Express 1M2
Product Material:
Aluminum
Product Type:
Drive Enclosure
TAA Compliant:
Yes
Wireless LAN:
No

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